Kaiju No. 8 is anime action And sci fi themed Kaiju which has recently become popular among fans. This series is an adaptation of the manga Shounen Naoya Matsumoto’s work which has been published since July 2020.
Kaiju No. 8 focuses on the protagonist named Kafka Hibino, a 32-year-old man who has the ambition to join the Defense Forces or commonly abbreviated as JAKDF in order to fulfill his promise with his childhood friend, Mina Ashiro, who now serves as the Captain of Division 3.
Until one day, Kafka accidentally swallowed Kaiju small that turns it into Kaiju. Since then, his life has changed.
Plot Kaiju No. 8 It is indeed full of action scenes of resistance against attacks. Kaiju. However, this series becomes more colorful thanks to the humor that is inserted at certain moments, and Kafka is often the source of these jokes.
Well, here are some funny moments summarized in Kaiju No. 8. Let’s take a look!
1. The first time Kafka turned into a kaiju (episode 1-2)
dock. Production IG/ Kaiju No. 8Kafka Hibino first turned into Kaiju at the end of the first episode. At that time, he and Reno Ichikawa were being treated in the hospital after suffering injuries from dealing with Kaiju while on duty.
Suddenly, a Kaiju flew into Kafka’s mouth and was swallowed by him. Kafka then gained the power to transform into Kaiju.
The moment when Kafka first transforms is truly chaotic, especially when an elderly patient sees him and immediately reports his presence to the Defense Forces. Reno asks Kafka to smile at the old man, but he only makes the patient even more frightened.
With no other choice, Kafka and Reno had to escape from there.
2. Kafka’s moment of defecating as a kaiju (episode 2)
dock. Production IG/ Kaiju No. 8This is a continuation of Reno’s escape with Kafka who has just turned into Kaiju mysteriously.
While on the run, Kafka keeps doing silly things like changing his form. Of course, it’s not his own will, because Kafka is not yet able to control his new powers.
The funniest thing is when Kafka complains that he has to poop and can’t hold it in anymore. Kafka poops while running in a public place, and yes, he doesn’t release it from the body part he’s supposed to.
It’s unique too, huh? Kaiju This?
3. Kafka’s first meeting with Kikoru (episode 2)
dock. Production IG/ Kaiju No. 8The maximum age requirement to participate in the JAKDF selection was finally revised, so Kafka had one more chance to participate.
After passing the initial stage, Kafka and Reno take the test at the designated location. Upon arrival, they meet Kikoru Shinomiya and get into a dispute over a parking space.
Kafka and Kikoru’s introduction here is really funny. The young Kikoru boldly calls Kafka an old man, which of course makes Kafka annoyed. Moreover, Kikoru forces Kafka to move his car, because the parking number that Kafka filled in is Kikoru’s lucky number.
Not stopping there, Kikoru uses her powers to throw Kafka’s car. Not wanting to lose, Kafka uses his powers Kaiju-secretly to fix the position of the car he borrowed from the company.
4. Kafka is thrown away after being hit by a kaiju (episode 6)
dock. Production IG/ Kaiju No. 8The new members of JAKDF Division 3 finally received their first official mission. Kafka, whose position was not yet secure, eagerly jumped into the battlefield with only 1 percent of his fighting power released.
Unfortunately, Kafka’s self-confidence seemed to have difficulty going hand in hand with the conditions on the field. Instead of appearing cool, he became an easy target for the figures Yoju who appeared behind him and immediately charged at him. Kafka was thrown quite far because of it.
5. Iharu almost finds out Kafka’s secret (episode 8)
dock. Production IG/ Kaiju No. 8Iharu Furuhashi and Reno Ichikawa had to undergo medical treatment after suffering injuries from a direct encounter with Kaiju No. 9. When Kafka and Kikoru visited them, Reno immediately thanked Kafka for using his powers. Kaiju-to save them.
However, at that time Kafka, Kikoru, and Reno had not realized that Iharu had regained consciousness. Iharu was surprised that Reno thanked Kafka, even though the one who saved them was Kaiju No. 8.
Iharu also praised the greatness of Kaiju No. 8 who fought for humans. Hearing the praise, Kafka blushed, making Iharu wonder why Kafka acted like that. Fortunately, Kikoru and Reno managed to make an excuse, so that Kafka’s secret was not revealed.
6. Kafka forces the release of his fighting spirit (episode 3)
dock. Production IG/ Kaiju No. 8One of the test stages that participants must go through to be able to join JAKDF is neutralizing Kaiju. For this, they are given special clothing that can increase their physical strength.
Each participant will have a different percentage of fighting power release after wearing the combat suit. According to Vice Captain Soshiro Hoshina, someone with a percentage above 0 percent is enough
to be declared passed.
Amazingly, Kafka turned out to have a fighting power release of 0 percent. He forced himself so that the number could increase, making Hoshina laugh at Kafka’s silly behavior. Hoshina even said that it was the first time she saw someone with a 0 percent release.
7. Kafka begs Kikoru to keep his secret (episode 5)
dock. Production IG/ Kaiju No. 8During the test, Kafka was forced to use his powers. Kaiju-because of the appearance of Kaiju No. 9 which made the situation chaotic. At that time, Kafka transformed right in front of Kikoru who he had just saved.
After the inauguration ceremony ended, Kafka met with Kikoru to discuss the truth about Kafka’s true identity as a powerful being. Kaiju.
At that time, Kafka desperately begged Kikoru to keep it a secret from others. Kikoru, who was shocked because Kafka’s face was too close to hers, finally agreed immediately.
8. Kafka naturally blends in with the other members (episode 5)
dock. Production IG/ Kaiju No. 8Kafka Hibino’s age gap is quite far compared to the other new members. For that, he needs a more extra approach to be able to blend in with them all.
Luckily, Kafka has a natural sense of humor that makes it easy for him to get along with others. Then, at one point while they were taking a hot bath, Kafka was asked to tell about his relationship with Mina and share whatever he knew about the 3rd Division Captain.
9. The moment when Kafka reveals his promise to Mina in front of many people (episode 5)
dock. Production IG/ Kaiju No. 8During the inauguration ceremony, Kafka Hibino is motivated by the speech given by 3rd Division Captain Mina Ashiro. Kafka immediately remembers the promise they made when they were children.
Unconsciously, Kafka loudly shouted that he would soon fulfill his promise. Soshiro Hoshina burst out laughing at Kafka’s behavior. Meanwhile, Mina had to be able to restrain herself and pretend to be firm by punishing Kafka who had spoken without getting permission first.
10. Kafka and Reno are the funniest duo in the series (episode 1)
dock. Production IG/ Kaiju No. 8Kafka and Reno have shown a strong bond as partners, right from the start when Reno joined as a janitor. Kaiju.
Furthermore, the two continue to be tied to each other. Reno also seems to respect Kafka who remains steadfast in his ambition, despite his old age and several failures he has experienced.
Reno is the first person to know Kafka’s secret, because Kaiju No. 8 first transformed right in front of him. Both Kafka and Reno will support each other and continue to be involved in hilarious moments throughout the series. Kaiju No. 8 walk.
Those are some funny moments in Kaiju No. 8, all of which are based on the protagonist Kafka Hibino. Which part was the funniest for you?
